Field Technician

Essel; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Soils and Materials Field Technician to collect soils, asphalt, and concrete samples in the field, perform standard tests, and prepare reports for project teams.

You will upload project documents online, communicate with the project manager, and assist with special projects as needed. A strong field testing background and reliable transportation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Soils field testing experience required.
• Current radiation user safety certificate required.
• Knowledge of field density testing methods for soils and subgrades.
• WAQTC certifications are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Collect soils, asphalt, or concrete samples in the field.
• Perform standard tests and record results.
• Prepare and upload reports of findings.
• Communicate with the project manager.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Soils field testing

Field sampling

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

ACI Field I Certification

WAQTC Certification

Radiation Safety Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants has immediate openings for a Soils and Materials Field Technician in Salt Lake City, Utah. The successful candidate will collect soils, asphalt or concrete samples in the field, perform standard tests, complete reports of findings, upload project documents online and communicate with the project manager. Will also provide assistance with special projects, as needed.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have soils field testing experience and a current radiation user safety certificate. The successful candidate will have knowledge regarding the standard test methods for field density testing of soil utility backfill, mass grading, paving subgrade, proof-rolling observation experience, asphalt production and density testing as well as field concrete sampling and testing. Experience with field testing of concrete with current ACI Field I certification, and asphalt experience would be ideal but not required. Experience in construction inspection, soils and materials testing, and appropriate field certifications including WAQTC is a plus.

Requirements

Required Skills: Candidate should have excellent mathematical, verbal and written communication skills, positive attitude, good organizational skills, and a strong work ethic, as well as intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, high attention to details, and basic computer skills. Must have a current valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. This position occasionally requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.